“How to Start a Shrimp Farm”
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  • Arpan Trivedi said on February 11, 2010
    Dear Sir, I am from the district of Murshidabad, West Bengal (INDIA). I am interested in indoor shrimp cultivation. Please give some light regarding basics of indoor semi-intensive shrimp cultivation. Thanking you. Yours sincerely, Arpan Trivedi
  • Abbas Abbas said on February 17, 2010
    I'll Be very happy for more detail, i have this idea long time i am at Kigali - Rwanda - Great Lakes - Africa
  • Guadalyn D. Nuyda said on February 21, 2010
    I am planning to start a shrimp farm. I have a 10hectares land which the location start from the beach. At the beach has mangroves which a good site for a shrimp to grow. Can you please send me details on how to start a shrimp farm. thank you very much
  • tanmay said on February 21, 2010
    i want to produce the seed of black tiger prawn. pls help me out for the breading technique
  • Paulo Faria said on March 3, 2010
    I'm planning to develop a shrimp farm in the southern cost of Angola. I would like to receive information about the natural specifications of the site as well as having an overall idea about the total investment needed for a "small unit".
  • raulbautista said on March 5, 2010
    i from phil interested indoor shrimp farm how can start pls help me thank you
  • PARKE M said on March 13, 2010
    i am looking forward to have an idea about FRESH WATER PRAWNS FARMING in india on the western coast of india where there is lots running from mountains, fresh water is available which mixes with sea water further down about 20km
  • S. Merchant said on March 15, 2010
    I am a housewife and want to start fresh water prawn farming from home. I have good water facilities space in the outskirts of mumbai. I need to know how to go about it. Please reply soon. Thank You
  • sachin said on March 16, 2010
    hello, i am looking for the information about the shrimp farming, to implement in NCR delhi, India.
  • hassan.amoury said on March 19, 2010
    hi everyone, i have a shrimp farming in iran, abadan. i need a technician about hatchery vanamy shrimps. my e_mail ppinkbarbiyahoo.com
  • ursula said on March 20, 2010
    i want to start a business of shrimp farming at home. i have thought of buying big tanks and then keeping the prawns in it. will they survive. what methods should i use to make my business a success, as i have seen on the net that these prawns have to be kept in the wild to make them big. please help me. i will be waiting for your reply. and another thing i live in pakistan.
  • Che Gonzalez said on March 21, 2010
    I am very much interested to start a shrimp farm however id like to raise it in a tank. can you help me get started? Looking forward to your response. Thanks, Cainta, Rizal. Philippines
  • rodney said on March 22, 2010
    I lived on the gulf coast for years fishing and shrimping was a big part of my life. But now I live in montana I would love to open a shrimp farm here, can you help me and the family start something like that here..Please let us know. thank you. Rodney P.S. NO FRESH SHRIMP HERE..
  • Shaheeda Shaikh said on March 23, 2010
    i am serious about starting a shrimp farm in DUMAS which comes under city of SURAT -GUJRAT INDIA. My family has some land pls give me all the details how to start the business, where will i get help, do i need to do a course, the cost involved. looking forward for your reply
  • s s karande said on March 24, 2010
    dear sir, i have planned to start farming of prawns in baramati of pune district so pls give me information of prawn farming on my mail id i.e shubhangi.kure@gmail.com thanks
  • Babalola Gbolahan said on March 25, 2010
    dear sir, i want to start a shrimp farm and dont know how to go about it i have finance(plenty) and i have land i also want to to the yield range sir. i am from Lagos, Nigeria
  • joseph said on March 29, 2010
    Dear sir, i want to start a shrimp and fish farm and i dont know how to start i dont have any idea about this so please i need all possible information and if necessary a cost idea so please reply at :joseph-hanna@hotmail.com and please note that i am looking for a small business tanks in advanced
  • mark said on April 6, 2010
    hi i am from the philippines, cagayan de oro city mindanao i would like to ask if where i can buy the fry of fresh water giant prawn here in the philippines pls contact me 09152837961 or email me skull_alpha@yahoo.com
  • Digno Castillo said on April 7, 2010
    I am interested in starting a shrimp farming business and I need as much information as I can possibly get to get started. Can you please send me information on this topic such as conditions to be met, how small can I start the farm, what are the differences between sweet water and salt water farming, what types of shrimp there are and what are the easier to farm? I would really appreciate as much help as I can receive. I thank you in advance and hope to be writing back to you soon again. Respectfuly, Digno Castillo
  • Aarif said on April 10, 2010
    Want to know the details of soil, water & climate requirements for shrimp farming, to be done in mumbai
  • sushanta said on April 21, 2010
    Pl let me know about the total cost for establishing a fresh water prawn hatchery in india
  • Dmitry said on April 21, 2010
    hello. i'm looking for detailed technical guide to set up a small/medium-size intensive shrimp farm in russia. what is the approximate cost of such project? thanx.
  • K. A. SAMUEL said on April 21, 2010
    Please be informed that I wish to start a prawns farm in the Badagry area of Lagos in Nigeria. Kindly keep me informed. Yours faithfully, K>A> Samuel
  • onoghojebi .o.j said on April 30, 2010
    kindly furnish me with detailed information about prawn farming in nigeria. i intend to establish the farm at warri, nigeria. Thanks, O.J
  • oreva said on May 1, 2010
    I am interested in starting a shrimp farming business at Asaba, Delta State please kindly send me all the information that i need to get started. Thank you. I am based in Nigeria
  • omowunmi sodiji said on May 3, 2010
    hello, i'm looking for detailed technical guide to set up a small/medium-size intensive shrimp farm in Abeokuta Ogun state, Nigeria. what is the approximate cost of such project? Thank you.
  • Elie said on May 5, 2010
    I am in the procedure to produce shrimps & lobsters in a shrimp & lobster farm. I still need the seeds and the fodder and some of things necessary for this project. It would be great if you could help me with this. regards.
  • Nina said on May 5, 2010
    Hi. I'm interested in learning more about shrimps (Tiger prawns and fresh water prawns) farming. I want to start a small business here in Penang, Malaysia, before i adventure into a bigger ones. I have done some research but not satisfied and confident enough to proceed. Please do guide me to the proper procedures and applications. Thank you.
  • sarvesh said on May 6, 2010
    pernem-goa-india. sir, i want to start my own business in this field. i want to know how to start? how much capital i will required? need information about TANK fields. i hope u will guide me. thanks
  • Brenda parks said on May 6, 2010
    How do I convert small farm ponds into shrimp ponds please send information on how to proceed.
  • Jeffrey Gustav Roman said on May 7, 2010
    Looking for information on how to open and operate a (Penaeus Vannamei) shrimp farm and hatchery business in two different locations 1)The province of Guayas - Ecuador and 2) Malaysia or Singapore. Sizes between 10 hectares for Asia and 100 hectares for South America. Please feedback to me any additional information with regards to this type of business, with all the pros and cons. My personal email is: roman@live.com.sg (www.innopolis.sg)
  • Thomas Tucker said on May 9, 2010
    help me converting my small farm ponds to shrimp ponds. I am located in Alabama.
  • Prashanth said on May 11, 2010
    Place: Kundapura, Udupi District, karnataka. black soil salt water available. Am planning to start shrimp/tiger prawn cultivation. Please help me out on this, because am having black soiled land near a lake which is having salt water. so many shrimp farms are there in my native. I want to start in a small way initially. But down the line, am planning to do it in a big way. Kindly help me to do farming. Thank you. Prashanth 08089455622
  • sherman reneau said on May 11, 2010
    I am looking to start a shrimp and lobster farm in california or belize, could you send me some information on how to get stared. Thank you. My email is shermaxx49@aol.com
  • subbu said on May 12, 2010
    I dont know anything in this business. Can I start prawn culture with two grounds of land. CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU, INDIA
  • kudu said on May 12, 2010
    last year i tried fresh water cat fish farm and really loved the whole process to harvest. was able to convince some friends to lease an 8 hectre land in kaduna, kaduna state Nigeria. PLEASE need your help on how to start a fresh water shrimp farm. thank you. aquaticdreams
  • Hiba Habli said on May 14, 2010
    hi. I'm from lebanon and I'm interested in starting a fish and shrimp farm business. I would like your guidance regarding steps to start, requirements and procedures and costs. thanks
  • Shakil Ashik beginner adviser said on May 16, 2010
    Am from Pondichery, India. Here am working in Gulftainer company project in Al Ruwais on behalf of Borouge. Am experienced in this prawn farming production industry at about 13years. My team success rate of production is about more than 70%. Always i am preferred to go for organic farming which is eco friendly. Cost production Rs 150/K.g (with direct power). Because no electricity is provided for us. % of profit always nearer to 100%. People wont believe. For further details mail me......Regards Ashik

    PH: 91 9843636996

  • Lyndon Ellevera said on May 17, 2010
    Hi, I am Lyndon A. Ellevera from Davao City, Philippines. I am very much interested to start with shrimp farming here in our country. I would appreciate if you could help me by sharing your expertise in shrimp farming. I am looking forward for your support. Thanks and regards. Lyndon
  • Alex said on May 18, 2010
    Pls send me more details as I am interested to start a small prawn farm in Singapore.
  • tom said on May 18, 2010
    Dare county N.Carolina, USA Would like to start an indoor brackish water shrimp farm with a recirculating biofiltration system. any info would be a great help. thanks
  • Richard James said on May 20, 2010
    I live in the Caribbean where the temperature is perfect for raising shrimp. Could you please send me some more info. Thanks in advance.
  • Rikesh Pothiah said on May 21, 2010
    Business Location Mauritius. i want to start shrimp farming on small scale then to a large scale. i need step to step guide and help in the project
  • Robert Arua said on May 21, 2010
    My Name is Robert Arua and real much appreciate to be funded by an investor and for shrimp farming in Papua New Guinea I am looking for investor because I live on my own customary land which is located near the sea and very fertile fish farming swampy area which is suitable for fish and shrimp farming.
  • Richard said on May 24, 2010
    I am interested in starting a shrimp farm for commercial useage. I live in south Alabama near the coast.
  • Sukey Tu said on May 24, 2010
    Hi, I can supply shrimp hatchery feed, water purifying products, nutrient and ect for young shrimp. I am from Rinchen International Enterprise in Taiwan. If you have needs, please @ sukey@richen-feed.com.tw
  • Juan Paniagua said on May 28, 2010
    We have products that can increase the size of your shrimp, clean the water and stave off diseases WITHOUT the use of hormones or antibiotics. The products will save you money during the growth cycle, save you money spent on water recycling, give you more generations per cleanup, save you money on antibiotics and other chemicals and is able to qualify your shrimp as ORGANIC, which raises the price of your product. Our products are 100% natural, no chemicals, guaranteed and used worldwide already. We ship FOB Long Beach upon payment. We are located in Southern California. Encore Biotechnology 1305 W Arrow Hwy, Ste 206, San Dimas, CA 91773, 626.478.1717
  • Michael Brinton said on May 28, 2010
    I am interesting in starting an indoor shrimp farm in middle-town pa usa
  • Christopher Weekes said on May 29, 2010
    I live in the Caribbean. I am interested in starting a shrimp farm business, indeed of information
  • GRIGORI said on May 30, 2010
    I have a small farm (6 hectares) at 29 km from Luanda city - the Angolan capital (Republic of Angola). This farm has also a small river. I am planning to start a shrimp and tilapia farm in in this place, and I need to have the right person with good experience to start such business, or joint venture. Please contact me at grijoca@netcabo.co.ao
  • ashok manwani said on May 31, 2010
    We are growing pearl culture. We are doing Fresh water Pearl culture. WE will anyone. Please cont. 0091 9271282561. E mail,. indianpearlculture@yahoo.com
  • josh wilson said on May 31, 2010
    I am just starting the research process on shrimp farming and need more specifics on getting started. I know that it can be profitable and want to do it right, can you help me with the right questions to ask? Can I get grants? I am in Idaho, United States. Thank you.
  • Herman G said on June 1, 2010
    "my email is kyo4eva@msn.com", Dear Sir/ Madam, I am a shrimp farm owner with 300 hectares of Land in Indonesia, and a shrimp farm consultant also. I have plenty of Experiences to share. If you are interested please provide me with these information, so I can get started:
    #1. Daily Range of rain falls for the past 3 months.
    #2. Daily Range pH water and water temperature for the past 1 Week. (day and Night)
    #3. Tested soil pH on the area, take about 10 samples 15 - 20 cm below the surface soil.
    #4. The Map Location of your going to be Shrimp Farm.
    #5. Design layout of your proposed shrimp farming. for i.e. Inlet, outlet, reservoir, & shrimp production area, etc.
    #6. Cost of Electricity Bill per 1 Watts of Electricity.
    #7. Cost of labor per 1 Person.
    #8. Cost of Technical Support per 1 Person.
    #9. The selling prices for prawn in your country.
    #10. Tested water parameters for Heavy metals, such as Ferous, Alluminum, & Mangan, etc.
    #11. What do you want to make out of your shrimp farm?
    I will assess these answers and will try to help you trouble shoots. Thanks. kyo4eva@msn.com <--- my email.
  • Robin said on June 1, 2010
    I am in central Florida and I am just starting the research process on fresh water shrimp farming and need more specifics on getting started. Can I get grants?
  • muatasim said on June 1, 2010
    i am in baton rouge la and i want to know about small shrimp farm in my house
  • Matt Blau said on June 8, 2010
    I live in Follett TX USA. I am interested in starting an indoor shrimp farm. I have two hog barns that I am interested in converting into a shrimp farm. They have 10,000 sq ft in each building. Can you give me some assistance in what all I would need to do to start this business.
  • Stewart said on June 9, 2010
    Miami Florida, I would like to have more information on shrimp farming. Tank size & construction, water purification, ph, cleaning tanks, where to get supplies for feeding everything. Looking at using concrete tanks with blatter, or lined ponds. look forward to your response. Stewart
  • ty said on June 10, 2010
    I am in San Antonio and would love to start growing shrimp business here. is there any advice you can offer? Are there any grant that would help fund me?
  • naushad chilwan said on June 14, 2010
    I AM SERIOUSLY INTERESTED IN STARTING A FRESH WATER SHRIMP FARM OUTSIDE MUMBAI. I WOULD APPRECIATE IF ANYONE CAN GUIDE ME FOR THIS.
  • Tiara said on June 16, 2010
    I am located in Huntsville Alabama and looking for more information to start the process.... please send all the information you could ... thank you in advance
  • Ben Mark said on June 17, 2010
    I live in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria. I am interested in shrimp/prawn production. Please send details
  • Roger said on June 21, 2010
    I am trying to start an indoor shrimp farming facility in King George VA USA. May be able to receive government help. Where should I start and how should I start it?
  • Prashant Ramdas Vaje said on June 22, 2010
    Hi, myself Prashant staying in Mulund (Mumbai) is interested in Shrimp development business. Can you please guide me from basic for this program as i dont have any experience in this field.
  • Tracy said on June 23, 2010
    Can you please send a copy of your guide? We are interested in this industry. we are in Central Florida. Thanks
  • George said on June 23, 2010
    Please can you send me information on closed loop shrimp farming methods, design and BMP's? do you know of good programs to attend to improve skills in this area? East Coast Florida. Thank you.
  • Pintu zala said on June 24, 2010
    Sir, i am interested to start shrimp farming in sweet water at una in junagadh of gujarat from india. Good sweet water facility is available. I need your help. Let me assist and suggest, provide information on my email id.- zalaprakash@gmail.com
  • Sameer Datoo said on June 24, 2010
    Hi,I am really interested in Shrimp Farming, and I think it would be amazing to start something totally new here in East Africa. I would really appreciate help and tips. Thank you so much. We are located in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania. My email is "sameerdatoo@gmail.com"
  • Avesh Ahmed said on June 25, 2010
    I LIVE IN KARACHI SIND AND AM INTERESTED IN DOING SHRIMP FARMING ON A SMALL BUT PROFITABLE SCALE SOME ONE TOLD ME THAT 2 ACRES OF LAND SHOULD BE ENOUGH BUT I WOULD LIKE TO HAVE A COMPLETE KNOW HOW AND FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR A PROFITABLE BUSINESS WHICH IS PROFESSIONALLY DONE ANY HELP IN THIS MATTER SHALL BE HIGHLY APPRECIATED. AWAITING A PROMPT REPLY, WITH BEST REGARDS. AVESH
  • steve dowless said on June 27, 2010
    i am interested in shrimp farming, i live in bladenboro north carolina.i would be fresh water farming. i farm small grain, corn, soybeans, wheat already. my mailing address is 499 evers rd. bladenboro.n.c.28320 any information would be helpful. thanks
  • NAWAZ said on June 27, 2010
    I AM FROM SRILANKA I AM 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE SHRIMP CULTURE TECHNICIAN IF ANY VACANCIES PLS CONTACT. Nawazsl@yahoo.com
  • Stephen Ramjewan said on June 27, 2010
    Dear sir/madam, I am seeking to get into the shrimp farming industry in the open sea on the coastal line in Trinidad, West Indies. I don't have any knowledge on the approach to set up the facilities and grounds to rear shrimps as well the equipment needed, the species of shrimp and yield best suited for our climate. I am asking for your professional help and advice in knowing how to do so successfully and safely using the natural resources of the ocean.
  • soledad said on June 28, 2010
    I am looking to get into organic shrimp farming in Texas. Along with prawn shrimp farming. I needed to know cost, buy equipment, how much land I would need. Who to ask for loans or grants. Thank You PO BOX 451764 HOUSTON, TEXAS 77245
  • Nartet-Oman James Kabu said on June 29, 2010
    Am a Ghanaian living in a coastal area(Bortianor, a village of about 8 kilometers from the capital Accra) and I want to know whether shrimp rearing can be possible in Ghana. Hoping to hear from you. Thank you. Box s.v.037 Weija-Accra. Ghana Tel:00233264935665 and 00233244935665
  • Gerald Harcus said on June 30, 2010
    LOOKING FOR INFORMATION ON HOW TO FINANCE YOUR START UP KINDLY CONTACT ME AT THE BELOW EMAIL: geraldharcus@yahoo.com
  • sampath said on July 1, 2010
    Dear Mr Alex, we can help you to setup a advanced biofloc technique orated shrimp farm with limited space. you can contact us 00919750198301 india
  • luesito acero said on July 2, 2010
    i am from philipines. i would like to know more information about salt prawn farming i have 3.8 hectars land this is enough. please send me more information so i can start. thank you and more power.
  • Yashrajsingh said on July 4, 2010
    I AM INTERESTED IN SHRIMP FARMING. I HAVE 4 HECTARES OF LAND . ONLY FRESH WATER IS AVAILABLE AT THIS LOCATION, NO BRACKISH WATER IS AVAILABLE. SO IS SHRIMP FARMING POSSIBLE AT SUCH A PLACE? IF YES THEN I ALSO NEED A CONSULTANT. PLEASE CONTACT ME AT MY MAIL ID : yashraj_87@yahoo.com AND PLEASE REPLY TO MY QUERY OVER HERE. IF BRACKISH WATER IS NOT AVAILABLE THEN HOW IS IT POSSIBLE TO ARTIFICIALLY CREATE IT AND WHAT IS THE COST.
  • Donnie said on July 4, 2010
    I am interested in starting a freshwater prawn or shrimp farm. I live in North West Alabama. I would need any contact that you could give me. Thanks
  • brent said on July 4, 2010
    I live in ohio southeast part, I would like to start a shrimp farm on my farm. what do i need to get started
  • Ludy f malate said on July 6, 2010
    i want to start a my business shrimp in pangasina, philippines, what do i need to get started, i want to know how to operate the business in profitable way.
  • Anson said on July 6, 2010
    I want to learn to start a shrimp business in Malaysia. What are the operational requirements as i'm totally ignorant in this aspect.
  • Sharad said on July 7, 2010
    Hi, I would like to have more information on shrimp farming I want to start a business in South Africa
  • Nilesh Chavan said on July 8, 2010
    Hey, i am very much interested in prawns farming, near by mumbai, Maharashtra, India. Please help with the details such as basic investment, minimum land area require, how much manpower do we require, weather types, any farming courses specially for Prawns. Request to also provide as details of farming tiger prawns and lobsters..Regards, Nilesh
  • buddy said on July 11, 2010
    i have 7 1/2+ ac in south east TN, good supply of fresh non clorated water TN USA
  • Wasim said on July 17, 2010
    Hi, I am interested in intensive shrimp farming. I'm thinking to start a farm in Syria. I would like information about fresh water farming and saltwater farming. I can be reached at +97150 6665816 or waseem_hatoom@hotmail.com. Thank You
  • Michael said on July 18, 2010
    Hi I have a large block of land in Melbourne Australia, and would like further information to start a shrimp farm business
  • gita said on July 19, 2010
    Hi. I am in iran. I want to know about equipment in shrimp pond in intensive & semi intensive pond .for example: aeration, feeder, mechanical harvesting,.... thank you
  • Muthukumar said on July 19, 2010
    Hi Gita, I have been in shrimp farming industry since 1986. Currently i'm doing a project in KSA. Are you doing any shrimp farming in Iran? Could you throw more light about yourself? pearlmk@yahoo.com
  • fernando.vado said on July 19, 2010
    DEAR-Sr:-I HAVE-FAMILY-LIVING-IN-COSTA-RICA-AND-WE ALWAYS LIKE THE IDEA OF STARING A SHRIMP FARM-I KNOW THE WEATHER IS IDEAL WE HAVE TWO OCEANS AND THE WATERS THERE ARE VERY CLEAN. PLEASE WE NEED SOME ADVISE. I WANT TO START THE SHRIMP BUSINESS. THANK YOU VERY MUCH.
  • Nicks said on July 20, 2010
    Hi! This is nicks and i'm from Mumbai, India. I have planned to start farming of prawns so pls give me information of prawn farming(how much land needed? what are the equipments needed? site selection, procedure of farming etc.) on my mail id i.e nicks.ambe.com thanks
  • ali albeloushi said on July 23, 2010
    hello i am thinking to start a shrimp farming but i do need help i need the know how and how to start small and grow from there i live in kuwait and i'll be glad if u could provide me with same info plz
  • Philip Luis said on July 25, 2010
    Hai ALI ALBELOUSHI, Do you like to start shrimp farm in Kuwait, could you please post your mail id. we may help you.
  • MK said on July 25, 2010
    Hi Mr.Michael, Do you want to start a shrimp farm in Australia, could you please post your mail id. I have ideas and tips to provide you. If you are interested kindly contact me through my mail-id pearlmk@yahoo.com. Thanks in advance.
  • Nick said on July 29, 2010
    Florida. i would like to grow large shrimp for fishing during the summer when they are tiny. Or possibly looking for a business opportunity.
  • Ashutosh Barick said on July 31, 2010
    I am from Bhubaneswar, Orissa, India. I would like to know more about shrimp farming and the capital needed to do the same. Please let em know the procedures to start this business.
  • S said on July 31, 2010
    Interested in Shrimp Farm in Florida. Please send any info you have. Would like to get info to start business.
  • Kim said on August 1, 2010
    Wanted to start Shrimp Farming in Ca - Bay Area, where to start? Please send info. City of Byron, Ca, contra costa county
  • Mohamed Dessouki said on August 1, 2010
    Interested in recirculating shrimp farm in Egypt. Intensive farming, p. vannemai, large quantities. Looking for turnkey design and procurement of machines. please help urgently
  • Pavol said on August 9, 2010
    My name is Pavol, and I'm from eastern Europe. I do not have any experiences with the shrimps. I'm trying to set my own business, and I think about growing the shrimps(sweet water) and selling them to the restaurants(local), maybe Its crazy idea, but my country does not has access to the sea and the shrimps as I know is nobody growing around. First just want to ask you please, if its possible and realistic to set up the business like this. In small quantities on the beginning, which kind of shrimps is easiest and best for food, which only for tanks etc. Manny thanks.
  • Aqindex said on August 10, 2010
    Hi all, Can see a lot of inquisitive budding entrepreneurs out here, mostly interested in Shrimp Farming. Genuinely interested guys in Brackish Water ,(water with salt content from 7 ppt -35 ppt) Black Tiger Shrimp culture, or vannamei culture with a minimum of 1 hect of land , contact me for free first hand report and feasibility study. Wish one and all a great success, happy shrimping guys. Consultant, Aqindex@gmail.com

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